Pakistan Faces a Hotter Future: Climate Change Extends Summers and Shrinks Winters
By: Samina Chaudhary Summers Grow by One Day Every Year Global warming, driven by the release of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and methane, has resulted in significant environmental changes across the globe. Pakistan, a country already vulnerable to extreme weather events, is witnessing a dramatic shift in its seasonal patterns. According to weather […]
“Reviving Deserts: How Rainwater Harvesting is Transforming Pakistan’s Drylands and Securing Livelihoods”
By: Samina Chaudhary Introduction In Pakistan, agriculture has historically depended on irrigation systems, leaving dryland regions, where rainfall is the only water source, marginalized. Of the country’s 30 million hectares of cultivable land, approximately 12 million hectares (40%) rely solely on rainwater. These areas are home to some of the poorest communities, whose livelihoods are […]
“The Resilience of Forgotten Artisans: Women Crafters of Flood-Hit Sindh Still Waiting for Support”
By Samina Chaudhary The Devastation of Historic Floods Between June and August 2022, Pakistan faced its heaviest monsoon rains in recorded history, resulting in catastrophic flooding that impacted 33 million people. August alone saw eight times more rainfall than the national average. The widespread devastation left countless homes submerged in muddy waters, agricultural lands destroyed, […]
Title: Climate Change and Its Impact on Weather Patterns in Pakistan: A Growing Crisis
By Samina Chaudhary Climate change is no longer a distant threat but a present reality reshaping weather patterns across the globe. Pakistan, one of the most vulnerable nations, is experiencing profound impacts as climate change disrupts its once predictable weather systems. These changes are not only environmental concerns but also critical challenges affecting millions of […]
Pakistan’s Tourism Industry at Risk as Climate Change Ravages Natural Beauty and Livelihoods
By Samina Chaudhary Change Devastates Key Tourist Destinations Pakistan’s tourism industry is grappling with a crisis as climate change continues to devastate the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Natural disasters, such as floods and landslides, are becoming more frequent and severe, causing widespread destruction in regions like Swat, Skardu, and other northern areas. Aftab-ur-Rehman Rana, […]
Smog: A Persistent Threat in Punjab’s Climate Crises
By Samina Chaudhary As autumn descends upon Punjab, so too does the familiar, choking smog that has become an unfortunate hallmark of the season. Despite government efforts, the intensity of this environmental crisis has escalated over the years, sparking renewed debate over its causes and solutions. Local media often attributes the worsening smog to the […]
Cultivating Health: The Rise of Kitchen Gardening as a Sustainable Food Solution
By Samina Chaudhary The Growing Demand for Food and the Consequences of Chemical Agriculture As the global population continues to rise, traditional agriculture has increasingly relied on chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and genetically modified crops to meet the soaring demand for food. While these methods have indeed boosted production, they have also raised significant concerns about […]
Pakistan’s Untapped Olive Potential: A Path to Economic and Environmental Prosperity
By Samina Chaudhary Vast Olive Cultivation Potential in Pakistan Pakistan boasts approximately 10 million acres of agricultural land suitable for olive cultivation, a figure twice the size of Spain’s olive-growing area. Spain is currently the world’s leading olive producer. The wild olive oil produced in Pakistan is of exceptionally high quality, with significant demand in […]
Pakistan’s Green Revolution: Ghari Chandan’s Man-Made Forest Sets New Environmental Milestones
By Samina Chaudhary A Forest the Size of Three Changa Mangas: Ghari Chandan’s Environmental Triumph In the heart of Peshawar, the once-barren Ghari Chandan area now stands as a testament to the power of environmental restoration. Spanning across 60,000 kanals, this man-made forest boasts 3.2 million trees, transforming the landscape into a lush, green oasis […]
Climate Change and Water Scarcity: The Dire Impact on Child Development in Pakistan
By Samina Chaudhary The gradual increase in global temperatures due to climate change has raised alarms among scientists, who stress the urgent need for action to prevent catastrophic consequences. When examining the effects of climate change on child development, it’s evident that the children of Pakistan are directly impacted. Climate change is disrupting food production, […]